As for expanding her own family with husband Kyle Jacobs, Pickler explained in June 2011, "I don't think people realize ... the responsibility that comes along with [parenthood]. It's almost like a fad. I don't know what's gotten into these kids where they feel like they have got to have a baby because their friend has one or whatever. They don't take into consideration that it's a very selfish thing to do if you're not prepared and ready."